The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Venice
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
84
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Venice will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 84 trains that leave Milan for Venice every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale TRENORD 10939 · Autobus TRENORD 1289A · Regionale Veloce 3521
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Autobus TRENORD 1141A · Regionale Veloce 3505
Regionale TRENORD 10933 · Autobus TRENORD 1185A · Regionale Veloce 3523
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Autobus TRENORD 1063A · Regionale Veloce 3495
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Autobus TRENORD 1091A · Regionale Veloce 3613
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414
FRECCIAROSSA 35281
FRECCIAROSSA 9657 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9430Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 245 km
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£22 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £267 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Venice trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 16:30 Milan Centrale | 3h04 | 19:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Autobus TRENORD 1215A · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 17:25 Milan Centrale | 5h12 | 22:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9430 | 17:30 Milan Centrale | 2h53 | 20:23 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10939 · Autobus TRENORD 1289A · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 18:01 Milano Lambrate | 4h36 | 22:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 37749 | 18:20 Milan Centrale | 3h14 | 21:34 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Autobus TRENORD 1345A · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 18:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 22:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 35281 | 18:43 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h52 | 21:35 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
5995 | 19:00 Milan Centrale | 4h02 | 23:02 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
5995 | 19:00 Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 23:14 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755 | 19:15 Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 22:25 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434 | 19:20 Milan Rogoredo | 3h14 | 22:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
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Regionale Veloce TTPER 2451 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 04:15 Milan Centrale | 6h05 | 10:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Regionale Veloce 3962 | 04:20 Milan Rogoredo | 3h47 | 08:07 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Intercity 603+ Regionale Veloce 3966 | 04:25 Milan Centrale | 4h55 | 09:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400 | 05:20 Milan Rogoredo | 3h03 | 08:23 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Autobus TRENORD 1051A · Regionale Veloce 3485 | 05:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 09:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Autobus TRENORD 1051A · Regionale Veloce 3485 | 05:25 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 09:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2493 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 05:30 Milan Centrale | 5h50 | 11:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2691 · Autobus TRENORD 1057A · Regionale Veloce 22469 | 05:43 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h46 | 10:29 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 10915 · Autobus TRENORD 1061A · Regionale 17199 | 05:53 Milano Greco Pirelli | 5h55 | 11:48 Venezia Porto Marghera | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2691 · Autobus TRENORD 1057A · Regionale Veloce 22469 | 05:58 Milano Lambrate | 4h31 | 10:29 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Intercity 605+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 06:05 Milan Centrale | 5h15 | 11:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 06:20 Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 12:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9404 | 06:20 Milan Rogoredo | 3h03 | 09:23 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
8973 | 06:20 Milan Centrale | 3h52 | 10:12 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8973 | 06:20 Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 10:00 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Autobus TRENORD 1063A · Regionale Veloce 3495 | 06:25 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 10:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Autobus TRENORD 1063A · Regionale Veloce 3495 | 06:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 10:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2655 · Autobus TRENORD 1069A · Regionale Veloce 3513 | 06:43 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h54 | 11:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 06:55 Milan Centrale | 3h34 | 10:29 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Autobus TRENORD 1075A · Regionale Veloce 3513 | 07:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 11:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9406 | 07:30 Milan Centrale | 3h04 | 10:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 | 07:45 Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 11:59 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 10919 · Autobus TRENORD 1085A · Regionale 17319 | 07:53 Milano Greco Pirelli | 5h55 | 13:48 Venezia Porto Marghera | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715 | 08:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h55 | 12:08 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 · FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 08:20 Milan Rogoredo | 3h03 | 11:23 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 08:20 Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 14:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Autobus TRENORD 1091A · Regionale Veloce 3613 | 08:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 12:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Autobus TRENORD 1091A · Regionale Veloce 3613 | 08:25 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 12:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717 | 08:45 Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 11:42 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 09:15 Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 12:12 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Autobus TRENORD 1105A · Regionale Veloce 3497 | 09:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 13:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 09:45 Milan Rogoredo | 2h49 | 12:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 · Regionale Veloce 3980 | 10:20 Milan Centrale | 5h00 | 15:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 10:20 Milan Centrale | 3h52 | 14:12 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Autobus TRENORD 1117A · Regionale Veloce 3499 | 10:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 14:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Autobus TRENORD 1117A · Regionale Veloce 3499 | 10:25 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 14:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9416 | 10:35 Milan Centrale | 2h59 | 13:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
8981 | 10:50 Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 14:28 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8981 | 10:50 Milan Centrale | 3h48 | 14:38 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 11:00 Milan Centrale | 3h03 | 14:03 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 10925 · Autobus TRENORD 1127A · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 11:01 Milano Lambrate | 4h36 | 15:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Autobus TRENORD 1129A · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 15:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:30 Milan Centrale | 3h04 | 14:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9631+ Regionale Veloce 3980 | 12:00 Milan Centrale | 3h20 | 15:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467+ Intercity 588 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 5h52 | 18:12 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 18:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Autobus TRENORD 1141A · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 12:25 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 16:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Autobus TRENORD 1141A · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 12:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 16:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420 | 12:35 Milan Centrale | 2h59 | 15:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741 | 12:50 Milan Centrale | 3h52 | 16:42 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 10929 · Autobus TRENORD 1157A · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 13:01 Milano Lambrate | 4h36 | 17:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
8987 | 13:20 Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 16:56 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8987 | 13:20 Milan Centrale | 3h48 | 17:08 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Autobus TRENORD 1159A · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 13:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 17:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 13:35 Milan Centrale | 2h59 | 16:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 13:45 Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 17:42 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 613+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 14:05 Milan Centrale | 5h15 | 19:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 14:20 Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 17:17 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 14:20 Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 20:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Autobus TRENORD 1173A · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 14:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 18:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Autobus TRENORD 1173A · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 14:25 Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 18:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423 | 14:40 Milan Rogoredo | 2h43 | 17:23 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10933 · Autobus TRENORD 1185A · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 15:01 Milano Lambrate | 4h36 | 19:37 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9743 | 15:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h16 | 19:29 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 15:20 Milan Rogoredo | 3h03 | 18:23 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Autobus TRENORD 1187A · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 15:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 19:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 15:45 Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 19:42 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 16:10 Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 18:56 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 16:20 Milan Centrale | 6h00 | 22:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
8993 | 16:20 Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 20:17 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8993 | 16:20 Milan Centrale | 3h41 | 20:01 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Autobus TRENORD 1199A · Regionale Veloce 3501 | 16:25 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 20:50 Venice Mestre | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Autobus TRENORD 1199A · Regionale Veloce 3501 | 16:25 Milan Centrale | 4h38 | 21:03 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Venice
Trains from Milan to Venice run on average 53 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 53 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Trenitalia, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Milan to Venice trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Trenitalia, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Milan and Venice from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Milan to Venice by Train: Everything You Need to Know!
Introduction
Venice is truly one of my favorite cities on the planet. It’s one of those rare places that still completely blows me away every time I step out of the train station. As I mentioned in a previous article, taking the train is, hands-down, the best way to arrive in a city as touristic as Venice. No need to worry about parking or hours of traffic — just hop on a train, step off, and you’re ready to roam the city of canals.

Route Overview
The easiest way to get to Venice from Milan is by taking the Frecciarossa, Trenitalia’s high-speed train operator. You can also take Italo, a private operator offering a similar travel time. Both trains take around 2 hours and 30 minutes to link the two cities.
Transportation Experience
Since there are two operators, the best way to compare prices and book is through Omio, where you can view and reserve tickets for both. It’s a seamless digital booking experience — I simply selected my time and fare, paid, and instantly received my ticket by email and app.
Route Details
Departure & Arrival Stations
Milano Centrale is my favorite station in Italy because of its monumental beauty. Built during the Mussolini era, it shares architectural similarities with Washington Union Station, although Milano Centrale is way bigger. I’d even say it feels like more of a monument than a train station. Take a moment to admire the details, especially the ceiling — it’s truly breathtaking. Venice Santa Lucia Station is another gem, but for different reasons. It’s incredibly practical — step out of the terminal, and you’re right in front of the Grand Canal. No cars, no taxis — just pedestrians, boats, and the immense beauty that only Venice can offer. Everything is a five-minute walk from there.
Schedule & Frequency
Frecciarossa trains run every hour—and even every 30 minutes during peak morning and evening hours. All trains take around 2.5 hours on average.

Onboard Experience & Services
Frecciarossa offers four travel classes:
- Standard – Comfortable and affordable, similar to Second Class.
- Premium – More spacious seating and includes a light snack and drink.
- Business – Even more spacious, with snacks and drinks included.
- Executive – The most luxurious with 1-1 seating, plus food and drinks.
As for the luggage policy, Frecciarossa allows two medium bags and one carry-on per person, with no weight limit.

For this trip, I traveled in Premium and found it very comfortable! After enjoying a coffee and a light snack, I discovered a new wafer flavor (Stracciatella), a life-changing moment for a snack lover like me!

The scenery between Milan and Venice is lovely, but there are two moments you must catch:
- Lake Garda: Sit on the left-hand side of the train. Between Lonato and Peschiera del Garda, you’ll get glimpses of Lake Garda with its orange-tiled roofs, blue waters, and green mountains — absolutely magical.

- Venetian Lagoon: Just before arriving at Santa Lucia, you’re crossing the lagoon over the Ponte della Libertà into Venice. It feels like you're flying over the water — such a cool moment!

Ticketing Advice & Budget Breakdown
Milan to Venice train ticket prices are generally reasonable. You can sometimes find last-minute tickets for €30. I booked a Premium seat, so I paid a bit more, but it was worth it.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Train tickets | 55€ |
| Total | 55€ |
Top Tips & Personal Recommendations
- Book early to secure the best prices.
- Sit on the left-hand side for Lake Garda views.
- Bring your camera — the scenery is stunning.
Conclusion
Fast and convenient — train travel in Italy is among the best in Europe. And arriving in Venice by train is truly something special. The Milan to Venice train route combines comfort and efficiency with unforgettable scenery, including the landscapes around Lake Garda. If you’re planning a trip to Italy, consider experiencing the journey by train.
About the Author: Thibault Constant
- Job Title: Train Travel Content Creator
- Bio: Content creator, specializing in train travel from all across the globe — including over 40 countries explored by rail.
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Trains from Milan to Venice
Regular Milan to Venice trains operate every day of the week. If you take a high-speed service such as Frecce or Italo, you can arrive at your destination in under 2h30min. These trains depart almost every hour and can travel at speeds of up to 180 mph. Slower regional trains from Milan to Venice also depart hourly, but the duration can take 3-4 hours as they stop more frequently.
Milan to Venice Train Time: Daily Departures
More than 30 high-speed and regional trains operate on the route from Milan to Venice every day, 7 days a week. The first train on this network leaves after 6:00 a.m. and departs hourly until 8:00 p.m. Extra services are scheduled during busy peak times from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The last timetabled train gets into Venice around midnight. If you’d prefer to arrive early in the morning, Intercity trains run an overnight train service from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia.
How long is the journey by train from Milan to Venice?
The fastest train services from Milan to Venice take about 2h30min. High-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciabianca and Italo trains run direct to Venice, allowing passengers to save time on intercity train journeys. Regionale trains on this route take 3h25min, departing every hour from Milan Centrale and arriving at Venice Santa Lucia. Passengers must switch trains at Verona Porta Nuova. If you prefer to travel through the night, overnight trains from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia take about 7h19min, with a change of train at Bologna Centrale.
How to find cheap train tickets from Milan to Venice?
If your travel dates are flexible, check different days and times for cheaper train tickets from Milan to Venice. Passengers can also book tickets a few weeks or months in advance to access early release specials. In general, ticket prices increase according to passenger class, train speed and the number of stops. To save money on your train fare, book a 2nd class ticket on a Regionale train instead of a Business class seat on a Frecciarossa high-speed train. If you’re a senior citizen, people over 60 years old are eligible for seniors’ discounts with most train providers. Travelling in a large group? Discounted tickets may also be available for group bookings on Trenitalia trains. Some travel passes allow students and young adults under 30 to purchase low cost tickets. Private operator Italo also offers family rates that allow children to travel for free.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Milan to Venice?
Departure train station: Most Milan to Venice trains depart from Milan Centrale, one of the largest train stations in Europe. Located 2 miles from the Piazza del Duomo in the centre of Milan, passenger facilities include plenty of shops and restaurants, a post office and luggage storage. Trains to Venice also depart from Milan Porta Garibaldi, Lambrate and Rogoredo daily, which are easy to get to on the Metro network.
Arrival train station: Passengers coming from Milan usually arrive at Venice Santa Lucia train station, located next to the Grand Canal and beautiful Ponte degli Scalzi. To get to your accommodation, travellers can board a water taxi right outside the train station. A few trains arrive in Venice around midnight, stopping at Venice Mestre, Porto Marghera and Carpenedo, which are located on the Italian mainland, 2.5 miles from the island of Venice. From these stations, taxi services can transport passengers to Venice Santa Lucia.
Which train companies travel from Milan to Venice?
Trenitalia and Italo are the two train companies that provide passenger transport from Milan to Venice. State-owned Trenitalia includes Regionale trains that depart every hour and stop at almost every station en route. These tickets are the least expensive, though travel time is 3h25min and passengers need to change trains in Verona. Trenitalia also operates high-speed Frecciarossa and Frecciabianca services that depart hourly and take around 2-3 hours to get from Milan to Venice. Italo is a privately run enterprise offering high-speed train travel. The duration of the journey is 2h28min but these trains do not run as frequently as the Frecce.
Trenitalia trains from Milan to Venice
The primary train operator in Italy is Trenitalia, which encompasses a fleet of regional, intercity and high-speed services. Regionale trains run every hour from Milan Centrale to Venice Santa Lucia in 3h25min. Passengers need to change trains at Verona Porta Nuova. An overnight Intercity service is also available, running from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Venice Santa Lucia. The duration is 7h19min and passengers must switch at Bologna Centrale. High-speed Frecce trains take about 2h30min. Departing every hour, Frecciarossa and Frecciabianca trains have been upgraded with a spacious design and modern amenities.
Italo trains from Milan to Venice
Italo is a private high-speed train operator that connects Italy’s major cities. State-of-the-art trains are designed for comfort, and include amenities such as a cinema coach, onboard vending machines and power sockets at each seat so you can charge your devices on the go. Italo trains travel from Milan Centrale to Venice Santa Lucia and Mestre a few times daily in 2h28min.
Milan to Venice Trains: Services on board
High-speed Italo trains offer a wide range of amenities onboard its Milan to Venice service. Prima class passengers can relax in reclining leather seats with free Wi-Fi, while Club Executive passengers have extra wide armchairs, dedicated catering and access to the private lounge at the terminal. Passengers travelling on Frecce trains can select from four classes. Leather armchairs ensure a comfortable journey while business travellers can take advantage of services such as silent zones, meeting rooms and in-seat catering. Frecce trains are also wheelchair friendly and have accessible toilets. Small pets are permitted on all Trenitalia trains, but you will need to purchase a pet ticket if you are travelling with a dog over 20lb. Travelling on Regionale trains is a great low-budget option and you can also bring your bike on board. Most trains stop at every station between major cities, letting you embrace a slow travel philosophy.
Trenitalia: High-speed trains from Venice to Milan Malpensa Airport
Exploring the canals of Venice but flying home from Milan? Trenitalia has quick and convenient train connections between Venice and Milan Malpensa airport. Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecciarossa trains travel between Venice Mestre station and Milan airport in around 2 h 57 min, covering a distance of 174 miles (281 km). It’s quick and hassle-free to get from Venice Mestre station on the Venetian mainland to Milan airport with Trenitalia. Fly into Italy and explore the country by train.
Trenitalia’s flagship Frecciarossa fleet operates the fastest trains from Venice to Milan. Engineered to run at an incredible 186 mph (300 km/h), they come equipped with spacious seats, WIFI, air-conditioning, plug sockets and an onboard bistro. Frecciarossa trains are sleekly designed, comfortable, fast and convenient. The high-speed rail service connecting Venice to Milan airport is part of a wider enterprise to create quick connections between ‘smart’ airport hubs and Italian cities.
Trenitalia offers many more routes from international airports in Italy to major cities. Download the Omio app to find more information on Trenitalia trains around Italy. You’ll find the fastest routes, the latest timetable and options to book your tickets today.
FAQs: Milan to Venice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Venice by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Venice
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with access from Viale Romolo.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- BAM House
- Olona11
- 150 places, covered
- Located near the entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: entrance and ticket machines
- Hall 2: platforms for Line 2
- Metro: Line 2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Viale Isonzo.
- Berberè Milano Porta Romana
- Rossopomodoro Milano Porta Romana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Five
- Grand Visconti Palace
- Hotel Porta Romana
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Trattoria Casa Fontana
- Osteria del Treno
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Valganna
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Lines 82, 92
- Tram: Line 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Hotel Gala
- Free
- The station is part of the Milan Passante railway, serving as its north-western gate.
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, but not directly at the station.
- STK Steakhouse
- Ristorante Piazza Repubblica
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Principe di Savoia
- ME Milan Il Duca
- Hotel Manin
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Milan Passante railway
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Viale Regina Giovanna.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Maruzzella
- Osteria del Treno
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Sanpi Milano
- Worldhotel Cristoforo Colombo
- Hotel Fenice
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Tram: Line 5, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco
- Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Berlino
- Free
- Tram: Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- El Cafe De Milan 2
- Al Paradiso Della Pizza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Eco-Hotel La Residenza
- Hotel Ornato
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Enrico Forlanini.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Molise 2
- Hotel Del Sud
- Free
- The station is a single-level structure with two platforms serving suburban and regional trains.
- Tram: Line 27
- Bus: Several lines available including Line 73 to Linate Airport
- Train: S9 suburban line
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Hotel MM Dateo
- Hotel Dateo Milano
- Free
- The station is underground with two main platforms for the Milan Passante railway.
- Metro: Line S1, Line S2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Viale Tibaldi.
- Ristorante Bocconi
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Bocconi
- Hotel D'Este
- Hotel Palladio
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and suburban trains
- Bus: Several lines available including bus no. 90 and 91
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Alverì
- Hotel Garibaldi
- Hotel Kappa
- Free
- The station is a small regional stop with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Line 2
- Tram: Line T1
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